Simple Harmonic Motion

Mass-spring system. Adjust mass, spring constant, and amplitude. Observe energy exchange and phase space.

Phase Space (x–v)

Energy

Mass1.00 kg

Spring k10.0 N/m

Amplitude1.20 m

Damping0.00

Physics Engine

Velocity Verlet integrator · AnchoredSpring force · excellent energy conservation

x(t) = A cos(ωt + φ)

ω = √(k/m)

T = 2π √(m/k)

E = ½kA² = KE + PE